Newcastle isolates striker Isak amid Liverpool transfer interest

Alexander Isak has been sidelined from Newcastle United's team activities amid his ongoing transfer saga with Liverpool. Manager Eddie Howe has instructed Isak to train separately from the squad and miss a family day event, emphasizing that players must earn the right to train with the team and respect the club's structure. Isak, who has been training alone in Spain at his former club Real Sociedad, was absent from Newcastle’s pre-season tour in Asia and from recent team sessions following a rejected £110 million bid from Liverpool. Howe's firm stance highlights the club's frustration as they seek a replacement striker, with RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko reportedly moving to Manchester United. Despite the tensions, Isak is expected to participate in Newcastle's upcoming pre-season friendlies. Liverpool continues to pursue the striker, who has made clear his desire to move to Anfield, while Liverpool pundits debate the valuation of the potential transfer.